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Graduate Certificate in
Assistive & Rehabilitation Technology

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Fully Online
Next ArrowTOTAL CREDITS 15
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NEXT APPLICATION DATE:
December 13, 2024

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About this Program


Increase participation and learning outcomes for students with disabilities through use of assistive technology and devices. In this online program, you will gain foundational knowledge on a wide range of assistive technology and devices that can improve learning outcomes and enhance communication for individuals with learning disabilities and/or physical disabilities.

For Kentucky teachers, coursework may be used to support a special education endorsement and/or a rank change.

Designed For

This program is well-suited for educators, healthcare professionals, and engineers interested in implementing and designing technologies that enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. It also appeals to researchers and policymakers aiming to innovate and improve accessibility in healthcare and educational settings.

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Graduate Certificate in Assistive & Rehabilitation Technology

Offered by the College of Education and the College of Health Sciences

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What You’ll Learn


Designed for the working professional, this graduate certificate covers the major areas of Assistive Technology Devices, Assistive Technology Assessment, and Coordination of Assistive Technology Services.  As a graduate of this program, you will be able to:

  • Identify effective assistive technology devices to address a wide variety of situations, including devices that create access in the classroom and devices that assist in activities of daily living.
  • Teach individuals how to use devices to maximize their participation in the classroom and other situations.
  • Evaluate the use of assistive technology in classrooms and schools.

As a student in this program, you have the opportunity to  specialize in assistive technologies for children or adults. Additionally, you may choose to complete a practicum at a location of your choosing.

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Admissions Criteria

  • Must have obtained a baccalaureate degree, prior to the start of the admission term, from a fully accredited U.S. institution of higher learning or from a recognized foreign institution. See Graduate School admissions for specifics. 
  • An overall grade point average of 2.75 on undergraduate work and 3.00 on all graduate work, if applicable.
  • International applicants whose native language is not English must submit either a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score. See Graduate School admissions for specifics.

Application Requirements

  • Official transcripts
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Program Contact

Margaret Bausch
Director of Graduate Certificate

Deadlines

Fall 2025

Application Due Date:
07/25/2025
Start Date:
08/25/2025

Spring 2025

Application Due Date:
12/13/2024
Start Date:
01/13/2025

Summer 2025

Application Due Date:
04/19/2025
Start Date:
05/19/2025

The AT certificate program at the University of Kentucky helped me set my career goal in the field of special education technology and prepared me to be an education researcher.

Sam Choo
Ph.D. / Research Associate

Why UK Online

Once you become a student, you will have access to a wide variety of academic support services to maximize your success. 

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Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure

Where you live matters when completing distance education activities. If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state or country, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state. Please note: Admission and enrollment in a fully-online program can NOT lead to the issuance of a J-1 or F-1 student visa.

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